A new trend of trespassing at a defunct facility highlights major agribusiness security risks.
The international dairy community is no stranger to the security challenges of managing large, complex facilities. A compelling case study is emerging from India, as reported by Mid-Day, where a group of young people have trespassed into a defunct government facility at the Aarey Milk Colony in Mumbai. The motive for their illegal entry was not theft or vandalism, but rather a new, dangerous trend of filming videos for social media clout, underscoring a new kind of risk for agribusiness.
The article points out the alarming disregard for safety. The Teaching Dairy, also known as the Dairy Science Institute, is an abandoned structure that has become a known haunt for dangerous wildlife, including leopards and snakes. The risk to the trespassers is immense. For dairy and agribusiness professionals, this incident highlights a critical vulnerability: even a decommissioned facility requires stringent security measures to prevent unauthorized access and mitigate potential harm to individuals.
The article provides some valuable data journalism and historical context on the facility itself. The Teaching Dairy was established with aid from UNICEF and was once a key part of an agreement with the Indian government to fund milk processing plants in the region. This partnership also aimed to provide subsidized milk to needy children. While the facility is no longer operational, the history of its use as a hub for both education and social welfare underscores its significance within the broader food supply chain.
According to wildlife enthusiast Kaushal Dubey, the illegal entry is part of a growing trend of young people visiting the Aarey Milk Colony late at night to create social media content. This behavior not only poses a risk to the individuals themselves but also raises questions about the security protocols of government and private dairy facilities. The allure of social media fame is creating an entirely new challenge for site managers who must protect their assets from people seeking a dangerous photo opportunity.
In conclusion, this incident serves as a crucial reminder for the global dairy sector that security is not just about protecting against theft or sabotage. It is also about adapting to new risks posed by digital culture and the drive for viral content. This case study on agribusiness security in Mumbai is a powerful lesson for producers, manufacturers, and analysts who must consider all possible vulnerabilities, from external threats to internal risks, to safeguard their operations and personnel.
Source: Mid-Day, “Mumbai youths trespass Aarey Dairy for clout, risk wildlife encounter”
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